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Hang the DJ

Darren Parkinsonhangthedj.libsyn.com
Hang the DJ is a podcast dedicated to music. Bi-weekly episodes that cover the latest news, as well as some of our favorites over the years. From the Smiths and Nine Inch Nails to Kanye West and Drake, and everything in between! This show will be based around discussions of discography, show reviews, album reviews, and more! Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast Twitter: @hangthedjpod Email: hangthedjpodcast@gmail.com
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Episodes

Episode 99 - 2023...So Far.

It may seem a bit early for a "here's what's come out so far this year" type of episode, but we have a lot planned for the next couple of episodes and by that time it might be too far gone, so we decided to do it now! Dive in and take a listen to see what we've been listening to the last couple of months. And of course we get into some songs off the TWO new Skrillex albums. Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and follow our social! Tell a friend. You know the drill. Much love. - Darren & Ja...

Mar 07, 20231 hr 13 min

Episode 98 - Rhi Rhi and the Grammys.

Welcome back everyone! This week we get really nerdy about some Rhianna songs (this was recorded right before the Halftime Show...), chat about a little bit more about a Ticketmaster update on Beyonce's tour, and go over the Grammy winners. Spoiler alert - some of them shouldn't have won. Shocker! Be sure to follow us on social and remember to rate, review, and subscribe! Thanks for all the support! - Darren & Jake. Intro through 28:00 - Nerdy chat about Rhianna, PND, and Drake. 28:20 - Tick...

Feb 21, 20231 hr

Episode 97 - Skrillex is back/Why did Thrice do this?!

Hey everyone! We're trying something a little different this week - below you'll find some time stamps of what our chat was about! Big episode - Skrillex is back, Thrice rerecorded an album from 20 years ago, and Jake and I discover that we like Sam Smith! Intro - Random chat about why Idles is such a good band. 6:20 - Sam Smith's "Unholy" track, and the Disclosure remix. 21:40 - Quick random Chat GPT conversation. 25:00 - Skrillex conversation/his new releases. 53:00 - Thrice newly released "re...

Feb 07, 20231 hr 20 min

Episode 96 - The Ticketmaster Fiasco!

Hey everybody! This week we listen to some songs from High Vis, as well as a song that is becoming one of my (Darren) favorites in a very long time! We also FINALLY talk about the drama that's been going on with Ticketmaster...and we go DEEP. It's a long chat, but definitely worth a listen! If you don't know anything about that, here's a TL;DR - for years, Ticketmaster has been doing some sketchy stuff with pricing. And now there's a bunch of lawsuits. There ya go. Fast forward to 32 minutes for...

Jan 25, 20231 hr 35 min

Episode 95 - Anticipated Albums of 2023!

Happy New Year everyone! This episode, we chat about albums that we know are coming out that this year we're excited for (there are quite a few!), and some artists that we'd love to see release something this year. Give it a listen and let us know if we missed any that you're looking forward to! This is gonna be a good year. We're looking forward to having more guests, going to more shows, and checking out more music. Stay along the journey with us! Follow the social, and please remember to rate...

Jan 11, 20231 hr 3 min

2022 in Review! Our Top 5 Albums and Songs!

Hey everyone! 2022 is a wrap! Dive into this episode to check out our Top 5 favorite albums and songs (each). These are our favorites, not what we think are the "best." The albums and songs that we enjoyed the most for whatever reason! This is our last episode of the year...thank you so much for listening, even if it was a few minutes here and there. We appreciate any of the support all of you have given! Hit us up with your favorite albums and songs of the year! Be sure to follow the social, an...

Dec 27, 20221 hr 37 min

Episode 93 - Feelin a little Stephen Hawking...

Ever since NOFX's "Single Album" was released, we've known they were going to do a follow up, and it couldn't have come at a better time! Tune in to hear our recap, as well as a conversation about the new Metallica song/album/tour announcement (Jake is NOT happy). Next episode will be the final one of the year and will be our 2022 recap episode, including our Top 5 lists! Thanks for the continued support. Please follow the social pages, and remember to leave us a rating and review! - Darren &amp...

Dec 15, 20221 hr 12 min

Episode 92 - HER LOSS / AFI Concert Announcement!

BIG episode! Drake & 21 Savage's new album "Her Loss" is finally here! BUY, STREAM, OR BIN? AFI announces a HUGE show at the Forum in LA to celebrate 20 years of Sing the Sorrow! Chat about an upcoming album from a band that put out one of Darren's favorite albums last year. Tune in to find out who! As always, thanks for the support! Please keep spreading the word and give us a rating wherever you listen! Much love, Darren & Jake. Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson @thejake...

Nov 25, 20221 hr 10 min

Episode 91 - Grumpy Old Men.

Greetings! This week we change things up a little bit - instead of listening to a bunch of songs, we chat about some random topics and changes in todays music climate. Are encores a thing of the past? Do deluxe albums really mean ANYTHING anymore? Will anyone care about Kanye whenever he puts out another album? Tune in to see what we think! Please remember to rate, review, subscribe, and tell a friend! Every listen, comment, and follow helps us and means a lot. Thank you all for the support. - D...

Nov 08, 20221 hr 14 min

Episode 90 - FAVORITE EDM DROPS!

What a FUN episode! Blink-182 is back, Paramore is back, and I (Darren) show Jake ten of my favorite all time drops from EDM songs! This segment starts at the 30 minute mark. Side note - it was too difficult to not only narrow this down to ten songs, but to also rank them, so instead I picked ten that I've loved for a long time. In the future, we'll probably do a part two of this! Please follow us on our social, and as always, remember to rate, review, and subscribe. Thanks for all the support! ...

Oct 25, 20221 hr 28 min

Episode 89 - PUNX AT THE PYRAMIDS!

Have you ever hung out with someone from a legendary band for nine hours without knowing who they are? Well Darren has! tune in to hear the story, and to hear new music from Thrice, LS Dunes, and for some reason a quick chat about Sublime and Skrillex...? FUN episode! Please remember to rate, review, subscribe, leave a comment, all that jazz. And follow us on social. Thanks for all the support! - Darren & Jake Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson @thejakelanderson Twitter: @hangt...

Oct 11, 20221 hr 16 min

Episode 88 - Kendrick LA concert, upcoming releases, & more!

WE'RE BACK! Apologies for missing a week! We had some technical difficulties, but we're back with jam packed episode. This week, we review the Kendrick Lamar LA concert Darren went to (which was one of the best in a very long time), talk about what albums are coming out in these last few months of this year, and add a song each to the Favorite Songs of All Time list! Please give us a follow on social, and as always rate, review, and subscribe! It only takes a second and it helps a ton. Thanks fo...

Sep 27, 20221 hr 18 min

Episode 87 - Chili Peppers. Candles. CHAOS.

This week we recap The Weeknd concert Darren went in LA last weekend, and we talk all about the new Netflix docuseries " Trainwreck 99 ," which, if you didn't know, is all about Woodstock 99. Super fun episode! Please remember to subscribe if you haven't already! Leave a comment, rate, review, tell a friend, and follow us on social media! Thanks for the support. - Darren & Jake Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson @thejakelanderson Twitter: @hangthedjpod Email: hangthedjpodcast@g...

Sep 06, 20221 hr 27 min

Episode 86 - OUR FAVORITE SONGS OF ALL TIME (an ongoing list)!

Hello everyone! This week we are doing something different. We have decided to start an ongoing list of our favorite songs of all time! We don't mean "the greatest songs of all time." We mean songs that we love and will love forever. We will be adding to this list consistently (maybe every episode?), and we will make them into a playlist for you to be able to listen to! Thanks for the support as always. Please be sure to rate, review, subscribe, and follow us on social! - Darren & Jake Insta...

Aug 23, 20221 hr 17 min

Episode 85 - Matt Baxter Returns!

This week, our good friend Matt Baxter returns to the show to have a chat about how his new musical project called The Morning Trail . Matt teamed up with legendary skateboarder Mike Vallely for this band, and they just released a new album called " Walking with Coyotes ." Give it a listen! Remember to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! And give us a rating and a review. Follow the social. Thanks for the support as always!! - Darren & Jake. Instagram : @hangthedjpodcast @themornin...

Aug 09, 20221 hr 43 min

Episode 84 - Ryan Adams at the Orpheum!

This week we have a chat about the amazing set Ryan Adams played at the Orpheum theatre in LA on July 22nd, and check out some newly released re-recorded songs bands have put out! Please make sure you rate, review, subscribe, and tell a friend! We appreciate all the support. Follow us on social. - Darren & Jake. Instagram: @hangthedjpod @thedarrenparkinson @thejakelanderson Twitter: @hangthedjpod Email: hangthedjpodcast@gmail.com

Jul 26, 20221 hr 10 min

Episode 83 - Alexisonfire "Otherness" review!

This weeks episode is a highly anticipated one for us. We've been waiting for a new Alexisonfire album for a long time, and it's finally here! Is it worth the wait to us? Tune in to find out! We also dive into a random chat about how good Slipknot still is, and Darren shows Jake some of his favorite songs from "Vol. 3 - the Subliminal Verses." Thanks for the support! Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe, and follow the social! Much love. - Darren & Jake Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast...

Jul 12, 20221 hr 28 min

Episode 82 - Honestly Nevermind: Buy, Stream, or Bin?

In case you're living under a rock and you didn't know, Drake released a surprise album last week...but is it a fun surprise? We discuss what we think. And for those of you that don't like his music - we don't play actually play the album in this episode, because we'll get flagged...booooo. We also finally have a chat about one of Jake's all time favorite bands: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club. Only took us 82 episodes... Thanks for the support. Be sure to follow the social, and rate, review, and su...

Jun 28, 20221 hr 12 min

Episode 81 - This is not an R.E.M. episode.

This episode is one of the most funny, silliest, and deepest at some points, that we've done in a long time. And it's kind of all over the place. But it was a lot of fun! If you're getting antsy, fast forward to the 57 minute mark to hear the hardest Jake has laughed, maybe ever, on this podcast. Be sure to follow us everywhere, and rate, review, and subscribe. Tell a friend! Thanks for the support. - Darren & Jake Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson @thejakelanderson Twitter: @...

Jun 14, 20221 hr 14 min

Episode 80 - Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers! (Part 2).

Part two of our chat about this amazing new Kendrick album. Be sure to check out last weeks episode for part one! Thanks for the support. Keep spreading the word. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe, annnnd...follow the social! - Darren & Jake Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson @thejakelanderson Twitter: @hangthedjpod Email: hangthedjpodcast@gmail.com

May 31, 202244 min

Episode 79 - Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers! (Part 1).

The time has come...Kung Fu Kenny is back!! MR. MORALE & THE BIG STEPPERS. Part one of a two-episode review (one "disc" per episode). And since we had to take an extra week off, part two will be out in ONE WEEK (May 31st) instead of two weeks! Not much else needed to say...dive in. Thank you for the support! Spread the word...this is a good one! - Darren & Jake. Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson @thejakelanderson Twitter: @hangthedjpod Email: hangthedjpodcast@gmail.com...

May 24, 202253 min

Episode 78 - It's Almost Dry!

So much going on this week! - Darren gets stuck in England. - New PUSHA T album "It's Almost Dry." - New album announcement from Kendrick Lamar. - Jack Harlow and Alexisonfire songs. ...and more! Tons to talk about coming up over the next few episodes. Thanks for the support as always. Be sure to follow the social to keep up with everything! - Darren & Jake Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson @thejakelanderson Twitter: @hangthedjpod Email: hangthedjpodcast@gmail.com...

May 04, 20221 hr 21 min

Episode 77 - Good Apollo & the Slurp Plex

R.I.P. Taylor Hawkins! This week: We have a good chat about the Foo Fighters and pay our respects to one of the most solid drummers to ever do it. <3 We both check out Nigo's new album "I Know Nigo" for the first time! Darren surprises Jake with a few bangers from Rosalia's newest album "MOTOMAMI." Fun episode! Thanks for the continued support! Keep spreading the word, and remember to rate, review, and subscribe. Much love. - Darren & Jake Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson ...

Apr 12, 20221 hr 4 min

Episode 76 - DONDA 2.

No description needed! Follow us on the social and make sure you subscribe! Thank you for all the support. - Darren & Jake. Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson @thejakelanderson Twitter: @hangthedjpod Email: hangthedjpodcast@gmail.com

Mar 30, 20221 hr 12 min

Episode 75 - Jeen-Yuhs.

Not much needs to be said about this one. We go deep on the Kanye docuseries "Jeen-Yuhs," have a quick chat about the new Alexisonfire song/album announcement, and the new Benny the Butcher album. Strap in, it,s a good one! Side note: this was my (Darren) first episode using my new mic, and I was still figuring out the best levels, etc for it. Point being, you might hear a few more plosives than in the past. I'll have it sorted by next episode. They're minor, and you might not even hear them. Mo...

Mar 15, 20221 hr 28 min

Episode 74 - My Mum LOVES Snoop Dogg.

SUCH a fun episode this week! We chat all about the SuperBowl Halftime Show (not the game...come on now), Pusha's new single "Diet Coke," Kanye introducing the Stem Player, and more! Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe; we'd really appreciate it. And as always, follow the social! Thanks for all the support! - Darren & Jake. Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson @thejakelanderson Twitter: @hangthedjpod Email: hangthedjpodcast@gmail.com...

Mar 01, 20221 hr 14 min

Episode 73 - It all sucks, it's all stupid, it's all opinion.

Another big, fun episode! Liam Gallagher shows he's still the King of England. New jams from Benny the Butcher and YG. Dawn FM chat (buy, stream, or bin??). Spotify vs Rogan Thanks for the continued support. Please follow us on social, and rate, review, and subscribe! - Darren & Jake. Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson @thejakelanderson Twitter: @hangthedjpod Email: hangthedjpodcast@gmail.com

Feb 15, 20221 hr 17 min

Episode 72 - Loser Larry and the Emo Fests

Hi everyone! Tons to get into this week! News, ultiple fests announced, a bit of disucssion around Underoath's new album, and of course, a tiny bit of NFT talk ;). Shoutout to the Goon Gang listening. LFGoon. Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe. It may seem small but it really helps us. And follow us on social! Thanks as always. We appreciate the support. - Darren & Jake

Feb 01, 20221 hr 8 min

Episode 71 - The Beatles "Get Back" documentary, feat. Matt Baxter!

Not much to say about this one! It's all about the Get Back documentary series! And for a bonus, our dear friend Matt Baxter joins us to chat all about it. Thanks for all of the continued support! Please be sure to follow the social. Much love. - Darren & Jake Instagram: @hangthedjpodcast @thedarrenparkinson @thejakelanderson @mbaxterunited @themorningtrail Twitter: @hangthedjpod Email: hangthedjpodcast@gmail.com

Jan 18, 20221 hr 42 min

Episode 70 - Our top songs and albums of 2021!

Recap time! These episodes are always so fun. In this one we go over our Top 5 albums and Top 5 songs of 2021! Well, Jake did more homework, so he actually has a Top 10 album list... Not much more needs to be said about this one. We hope you enjoy it! A huge thank you to everyone that supported us last year, especially over the last few months (A7X Discord and Deathbats Club members...you know who you are). Please keep spreading the word and follow us on social. - Darren & Jake. Instagram: @...

Jan 04, 20221 hr 29 min
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